Injuries in basketball only make me stronger

The Hornets made the playoffs last season, so they were not one of the 14 teams selected to enter the lottery.

But Lian Feng didn't care.

Except for Durant and Horford, many of the "treasure" players in this class of rookies actually come from lower positions.

For example, Nick Young with the 16th pick, Wilson Chandler with the 22nd pick, and Thaddeus Young with the 12th pick. They may not reach the level of stars, but as a sixth man or functional role player, they are still capable.

Not bad.

If the Hornets have better luck this year, it is not impossible to sign one of them.

However, none of them are what Lian Feng really pays attention to.

If we want to say who is the most cost-effective player in this class, it's not Nick Young or Wales Chandler... but Gasol's younger brother, Marc Gasol!

Gasol was selected with the 48th overall pick.

However, among the 2007 rookies rearranged by ESPN, Garfield is the second pick after Durant!

With the 48th pick in the second round, he performed at the level of the second pick. It can be said that he is the king of cost performance this season.

One of the more important reasons why Lian Feng pays attention to Gasol is that Gasol is a center that is more suitable for the Princeton system than Tyson Chandler!

As a typical European center, Gasol's shooting range can reach the three-point line, which allows him to tear apart the opponent's defense as much as possible when supporting in the Princeton system.

If it were just this point, it wouldn't be worthy of Lian Feng's attention.

All the stars who have played with Gasol have commented on him: "He is a center who can pass the ball!"

It can be said that in the next fifteen years, the only high-level support center will be Nikola Jokic, followed by Marc Gasol and Al Horford.

However, Gasol's defense is much better than that of Teacher Yue. Gasol at his peak can get the best defense.

There is no secret to Gasol's defense: one hand is raised high to interfere with shooting, and the other hand is harassing holding or dribbling the ball; he holds his position and does not jump at all; he stands still, like a mountain, unable to be squeezed.

It can be said that when Yao Ming and O'Neal completely retire, the best low-post defensive players in the league will be Marc Gasol.

Of course, Gasol is not without his weaknesses. When encountering speedy players, he will be difficult to defend.

However, in the Hornets team with Tyson Chandler, the two can just complement each other.

Lian Feng has already thought about it. If he can find a way to get Marc Gasol into the team, the team lineup can be matched according to the situation.

Both Tyson Chandler and Gasol are capable of starting the game.

When encountering teams with strong low posts, such as the Spurs and Rockets, use Gasol. Gasol can very well restrict those strong low-post attackers in the low post, and at the same time, he can provide support in the high post and beat Princeton.

The system's offensive routine.

If you encounter a fast lineup, then use Tyson Chandler. His movement, height, and defensive range can contain many forward-centered teams, and he will also be miraculous in defending the upcoming Warcraft.

However, Tyson Chandler's offense is more hip-heavy and purely blue-collar, so David West will be brought up to serve as the pivot.

That way, both the starting and bench lineups can maintain strong combat effectiveness!

The lineup is deep.

Of course, it would be best to have another powerful shooter.

Currently, the Hornets still have 10 million in salary space. If they sign Gasol this season, and then find a way to recruit a shooter, next season, whether he is on the bench or in the starting lineup, he can make a difference against any team with different styles.

Make reasonable adjustments and responses!

At this time, it is the team's trial training, and many players with dreams will come to the Hornets to seek opportunities.

When Lien came to the team, many of the team's main players were there, even Tyson Chandler, Bobby Jackson, and Desmond Mason.

And they are looking at a person's physical examination report.

"Gasol Jr. has strong upper body strength. Just like Gasol, his touch is also very soft; in the low post, he can establish positions and has solid basic skills; he can combine strength and shooting.

This is very rare. He can crush his opponent with strength and then hit the ball with a rebound. His post-up skills have improved a lot. His feet are very flexible and he can hook, turn around and make a jump shot or layup."

The trial players have completed basic data testing this morning and will have a game with the main players after the lunch break.

Lian Feng got a little excited when he heard they read Gasol's scouting report, and interjected: "Sounds like a very good player. I remember him. He was the younger brother of Pau Gasol in the World Championships.

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However, Desmond Mason shook his head, "What you just heard were only his advantages. His shortcomings are also obvious, and can even be said to be fatal."

Lian Feng asked deliberately: "What's the shortcoming?"

"Unlike his older brother Gasol, Gasol's athletic ability is below average and his steps are very slow. His movements lack flexibility and are somewhat mechanized. He is overweight and lacks explosive power. He may not be able to become an NBA level

His shot-blocking hand," the assistant coach said.

Then, Bobby Jackson said seriously: "He can't play in the NBA."

Lian Feng sighed, luckily he was there, otherwise he would have let Gasol go.

Lian Feng thought for a while and asked: "Is that so? But I am quite interested in him. Is it okay if I meet him?"

…

When Lian Feng saw Gasol, he was eating.

At this time, Gasol had not yet grown a thick beard and looked like just a tall and somewhat obese young man. He was eating a buffet in the team's restaurant.

Lian Feng walked over. When Gasol saw it, he immediately straightened his eyes, put down his plate, and stood up.

"You...are you a Lian Feng?" Gasol looked a little nervous.

Lian Feng smiled and said: "Dude, don't be nervous. I remember you..."

Gasol's eyes lit up, "Do you remember me?"

Lian Feng said: "You were in the Spanish national team at last year's World Championships. I was deeply impressed by you. You scored several goals from beyond the three-point line."

Gasol had some surprises. He didn't expect that an unknown player like himself would be remembered by a star like Lian Feng. For a moment, he didn't know how to answer.

Lian Feng sat down and suddenly asked Gasol seriously: "Listen, man, tell me honestly, do you want to play in the NBA?"

Gasol was stunned for a moment, then immediately replied: "Of course sir, otherwise what would I be doing here?"

Lian Feng nodded with satisfaction.

Although Gasol participated in the draft in 2007, after he was selected, the Lakers traded the signing rights to the Grizzlies, but the Grizzlies did not sign a contract with Gasol until 2009.

Officially logged into the NBA.

Lian Feng said: "To be honest, I like you very much. I think you have potential that others have not discovered! I confirmed this at the World Championships. I can persuade the team to keep you, but we still have to convince other talents."

OK."

Gasol was stunned for a moment.

Lian Feng continued: "In other words, in the afternoon trial match, you and the other rookies have to face a group of professional players. Listen, you have to show your strength, that is, you have to defeat them. And

I will help you in this process."